Is it fraud if an entertainer sells tickets to a live performance and someone else is appearing at the concert in their place?

I think that there could be a fraud or false advertising claim. I don't think there is a fiduciary responsibility, however, since the relationship...

I doubt it, since it is a cartoon. But you need to speak to a Florida Criminal Attorney to be sure.

Hello. My question is how much does it cost the search if a certain product is patented? Do you provide any confirmation about r

It is impossible to answer your question without meeting with you and determining the product you want to protect or market and your business...

Can a service that helps clients buy Broadway or movie premiere tickets (i.e. a travel agency) use photos from those projects?

You would need permission from the production to use their copyrighted materials and logos on the website. I suggest that you contact an...

Trademark applicaton

You might be able to, depending on how the bicycle club is using the name. However, why would you want to choose a treademark for which you may...

Copyright infringemetn requires both access and substantial similarity. If you designed your jewlery independently, it is likely that there is no...

Am I free of lawsuit and image copyright risk if i'm applying this effect?

Yes, you have about 100% risk that you will be sued. What you are palnning is blatent copyright infringement. To avoid being sued, I suggest that...

Can we name a product with a famous person's last name? ex: "The Ive Shirt" for Jony Ive or the "The Musk Shirt" after Elon Musk

No, unless you obtain a license from the person, you would be violating the person's right of publicity. There mary also be some trademark...

Can I consult with an IP attorney re an NDA?

Yes, of course you can. Look for an attorney, here on Avvo for a consultation; email and call. Many Patent/IP firms offer an initial free...

Am I allowed to use specific Titles, characters and authors to illustrate a point or as examples in a nonfiction book?

I think that you are ok. The copyright reference is entirely fair use and it does not appear that what you are doing will create a likelihood of...